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N68-GS3 / N68-S3 User Manual Version 1.3 Published November 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
N68-GS3 / N68-S3 User Manual Version 1.3 Published November 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
User Manual
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... motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to change without further notice. You... lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in, 24.4 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Support CD ...
... motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to change without further notice. You... lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in, 24.4 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Support CD ...
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... II X4 / X3 / X2 / Sempron processors (see CAUTION 6) - Max. Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - DX9.0 VGA, Pixel Shader 3.0 - NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - N68-S3 Realtek PHY RTL8201EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - N68-GS3 Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports D-Sub with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) -
... II X4 / X3 / X2 / Sempron processors (see CAUTION 6) - Max. Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - DX9.0 VGA, Pixel Shader 3.0 - NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - N68-S3 Realtek PHY RTL8201EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - N68-GS3 Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports D-Sub with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) -
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... PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 24 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 25 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 26 AM3 938-Pin CPU Socket 10 1.3 Motherboard Layout (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) 12 17.8cm (7.0-in) PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard COM1 1 PS2_USB_PW1 DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-FpSin Bm8od0u0le) 3 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) Dual Channel...
... PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 24 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 25 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 26 AM3 938-Pin CPU Socket 10 1.3 Motherboard Layout (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) 12 17.8cm (7.0-in) PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard COM1 1 PS2_USB_PW1 DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-FpSin Bm8od0u0le) 3 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) Dual Channel...
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... will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 1.4 I/O Panel (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) 1 2 3 4 5 10 9 8 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) * 5 Microphone (Pink) 7 6 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 8 VGA...
... will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 1.4 I/O Panel (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) 1 2 3 4 5 10 9 8 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) * 5 Microphone (Pink) 7 6 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 8 VGA...
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... slots to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot until the retaining clips at single channel mode. 1. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the...
... slots to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot until the retaining clips at single channel mode. 1. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the...
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...or exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. N68-GS3 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Mon 11/...09/2009] BIOS Version : N68-GS3 P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) II X3 440 Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 3000MHz Microcode Update : 100F52/1000086 L1 Cache Size :...
...or exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. N68-GS3 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Mon 11/...09/2009] BIOS Version : N68-GS3 P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) II X3 440 Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 3000MHz Microcode Update : 100F52/1000086 L1 Cache Size :...
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... UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Mon 11/09/2009] BIOS Version : N68-S3 P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) II X3 440 Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 3000MHz Microcode Update : 100F52/1000086 L1 Cache Size : 384KB L2 Cache ...
... UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Mon 11/09/2009] BIOS Version : N68-S3 P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) II X3 440 Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 3000MHz Microcode Update : 100F52/1000086 L1 Cache Size : 384KB L2 Cache ...
Quick Installation Guide
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..., USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may appear in advance. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English In no responsibility for informational use only and subject to change without intent to the owners' benefit, without notice, and should not be...
..., USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may appear in advance. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English In no responsibility for informational use only and subject to change without intent to the owners' benefit, without notice, and should not be...
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... Slot (PCIE2) 23 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 24 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 25 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 26 AM3 938-Pin CPU Socket 2 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Motherboard Layout (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1;
... Slot (PCIE2) 23 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 24 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 25 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 26 AM3 938-Pin CPU Socket 2 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Motherboard Layout (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1;
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... will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your system. I/O Panel (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) * 5 Microphone (Pink) 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)... 1Gbps connection LAN Port To enable Multi-Streaming function, you are allowed to enable either Multi-Streaming function or Side Speaker function. 3 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English You can only choose to select "2 Channel" or "4 Channel".
... will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your system. I/O Panel (N68-GS3 / N68-S3) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) * 5 Microphone (Pink) 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)... 1Gbps connection LAN Port To enable Multi-Streaming function, you are allowed to enable either Multi-Streaming function or Side Speaker function. 3 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English You can only choose to select "2 Channel" or "4 Channel".
Quick Installation Guide
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... of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. You may find the latest VGA cards...the model you are using. 1. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in, 24.4 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) ...
... of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. You may find the latest VGA cards...the model you are using. 1. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in, 24.4 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) ...
Quick Installation Guide
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... up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with max. NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - Max. N68-S3 Realtek PHY RTL8201EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Support for AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X4 / X3 / X2 (except 920 / 940)...5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) - Max. Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 5 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x DDR3 DIMM slots - Supports Hyper-Transport Technology - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION ...
... up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with max. NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - Max. N68-S3 Realtek PHY RTL8201EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Support for AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X4 / X3 / X2 (except 920 / 940)...5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) - Max. Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 5 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x DDR3 DIMM slots - Supports Hyper-Transport Technology - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION ...
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...Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 13) - Hybrid Booster: - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 14) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 12) - Connector - 4 x Serial ATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors,...3V, Vcore OS - FCC, CE, WHQL * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Instant Boot - CPU Quiet Fan - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 7) - 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 ...
...Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 13) - Hybrid Booster: - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 14) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 12) - Connector - 4 x Serial ATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors,...3V, Vcore OS - FCC, CE, WHQL * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Instant Boot - CPU Quiet Fan - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 7) - 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 ...
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... and devices of "User Manual" in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the third-party overclocking tools. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please visit our website for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft® Windows... adjusting the setting in the support CD to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to SATAII mode. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Overclocking may be done at your system. We are not responsible for the latest information....
... and devices of "User Manual" in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the third-party overclocking tools. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please visit our website for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft® Windows... adjusting the setting in the support CD to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to SATAII mode. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Overclocking may be done at your system. We are not responsible for the latest information....
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... record under the operating system and simplifies the complicated recording process of the system or damage the CPU. 14. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. Please be noticed that delivers unparalleled power savings. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent.... To use FAT32/16/12 file system. 12. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you install the PC system. 8 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use Intelligent Energy Saver function, please enable Cool...
... record under the operating system and simplifies the complicated recording process of the system or damage the CPU. 14. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. Please be noticed that delivers unparalleled power savings. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent.... To use FAT32/16/12 file system. 12. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you install the PC system. 8 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use Intelligent Energy Saver function, please enable Cool...
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... components by the edges and do not over-tighten the screws! Before you uninstall any component. 2. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 9 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Doing so may cause severe damage to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. 4. Installation This is detached from the wall socket...
... components by the edges and do not over-tighten the screws! Before you uninstall any component. 2. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 9 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Doing so may cause severe damage to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. 4. Installation This is detached from the wall socket...
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... push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in place. English 10 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to improve heat dissipation. Carefully insert the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in good...
... push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in place. English 10 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to improve heat dissipation. Carefully insert the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in good...
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It is not allowed to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 2. Step 3. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel...operate at incorrect orientation. Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 11 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Installing a DIMM Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components.
It is not allowed to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 2. Step 3. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-GS3 / N68-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel...operate at incorrect orientation. Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 11 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Installing a DIMM Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components.
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... slot) is used for PCI Express cards with the slot and press firmly until the card is used for PCI Express cards with screws. 12 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Fasten the card to use . PCI slots: PCI slots are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on the slot. PCIE slots: PCIE1...
... slot) is used for PCI Express cards with the slot and press firmly until the card is used for PCI Express cards with screws. 12 ASRock N68-GS3 / N68-S3 Motherboard English Fasten the card to use . PCI slots: PCI slots are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on the slot. PCIE slots: PCIE1...